The International Conference on Engineering Education and Management (IC2EM’24), organized by the Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST), took place from September 23-25, 2024, with a wide range of workshops and sessions aimed at advancing engineering education and management. Among the key workshops was Oracle Primavera for Engineering & Construction Project Educators, presented by Oracle Academy. The workshop took place on September 25, 2024, in a hybrid format, with both virtual participation and an in-person session with participants at the Majestic Five Hotel, Palapye, Botswana.
The Oracle Academy workshop focused on introducing educators to Oracle Academy’s Primavera P6 project management curriculum and resources, designed to enhance the teaching of project management to engineering and construction students. The workshop aimed to equip educators with practical tools and teaching materials to integrate Oracle Primavera P6, the industry gold standard for project management, into their curriculum. Oracle Primavera P6 is widely recognized for its use in large-scale engineering and construction projects. Free access through Oracle Academy provides students with real-world experience and the opportunity to gain skills that are highly valued in the industry.
Through this workshop, Oracle Academy provided educators with critical insights into how Oracle Primavera project management curriculum supports the development of student expertise in project planning, scheduling, execution, and management. Attendees learned how Oracle Academy members gain access to a wealth of teaching materials and practical resources that help them prepare students in managing engineering and construction projects effectively, using industry-standard tools.
For educators teaching higher education construction or civil engineering project management, Oracle Academy offers Oracle Primavera P6 Professional Project Management curriculum.